Decentius Light Miliarensis, Decentius reverse
RIC VIII Treveri 298 · 351 AD · Treveri · Issued under Magnentius
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
D N DECENTIVS NOB CAES
Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PRINCITI - IVVENTVTIS
Decentius, draped, cuirassed, walking right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Treveri 298 is a light miliarensis of Decentius, issued under Magnentius (351 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Decentius, draped, cuirassed, walking right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 1025.06g.
About the Light Miliarensis
The light miliarensis was a large late Roman silver denomination, typically weighing 4.0–4.5 grams. It was a prestige issue, struck in smaller quantities than the siliqua and often given as imperial donatives.
About the Treveri Mint
Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Treveri 298?
- RIC VIII Treveri 298 is a Silver Light Miliarensis of Decentius issued under Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 298.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 298?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N DECENTIVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Decentius, draped, cuirassed, walking right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand with the inscription PRINCITI - IVVENTVTIS. Portrait type: cuirassed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 298?
- RIC VIII Treveri 298 was struck in Silver, standard weight 1025.06g, engraved.
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